School Counselor ($5,000 hiring bonus) - Vacancy ID: 174923

The Verona Area School District is looking for student-focused, dedicated, and equity-centered candidates to join our diverse district. All roles have a direct impact on students and all employees are viewed as educators. Our success is fostered and supported through the working relationships of all staff and is built on a foundation of equity, mutual respect, cultural responsiveness, the pursuit of excellence, and shared responsibility at school, at home, and in the community. In the Verona Area School District, our mission is that each student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their personal goals, thrive in a diverse global society, and lead a healthy, self-fulfilling life. To meet this mission, the Verona Area School District will ensure that every individual has access to the educational, social, and emotional support they need to feel valued and affirmed in their unique identities and experiences. We acknowledge that inequities and power dynamics exist in our system such that some individuals, on the basis of their identities*, face barriers to accessing the opportunities they need to experience success. In acknowledgment of such, The Verona Area School District is committed to disrupting these systems of inequity. School Counselor ($5,000 hiring bonus) Sugar Creek Elementary School 1.0 FTE Position to begin on August 22, 2023. Ability to collaborate with building staff in identifying and addressing at-risk behaviors and issues that may affect a student’s success at school; Prior experience with a diverse student population at the elementary school setting preferred; Thorough understanding of the core principles of Responsive Classroom and Restorative Practices; Awareness of the Social-Emotional Learning competencies, and experience supporting staff to implement SEL practices including, but not limited to: Developmental Designs, Second Step and Zones of Regulation; Familiarity with effective, evidence based classroom management practices, and experience both using these strategies as well as supporting staff in their implementation; Expertise in trauma informed practices, mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and threat assessment procedures; Open approach to reactive behavioral response needs; Experience with facilitating multi-tiered levels of support; Understanding of a Two Way Immersion program; Will work to remove barriers to access for students who have been historically marginalized; Creates equitable educational experiences for students, staff and parents; Effective use of systems and processes to improve school climate; Demonstrated effective communication, listening, collaboration and relationship building skills; Can design and provide professional staff development; Prior experience leading Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) required. This position is part of the teacher unit. There will be extended days as part of this assignment. This position is eligible for a $5,000 new hire bonus. Must support the VASD Strategic Plan and mission that each student will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their personal goals, thrive in a diverse global society, and lead a healthy, self-fulfilling life. To apply, complete the WECAN (Wisconsin Education Career Access Network) online application at https://services.education.wisc.edu/wecan/ DEADLINE: Application materials will be accepted until filled. Administrators: O Tracey Jackson, Director of Pupil Services, jacksono@verona.k12.wi.us Todd Brunner, Principal, Sugar Creek Elementary School, brunnert@verona.k12.wi.us Job Ride Assistance If you need assistance with transportation to/from work, YWCA's Job Ride program may be of benefit to you. Job Ride is an innovative program that provides subsidized transportation for low-income people going to/from work, even those commuting to the Verona Area School District. Learn more and apply for Job Ride at: https://www.ywcamadison.org/what-were-doing/employment-transit/yw-transit/ The Verona Area School District is an equal-opportunity employer.